---
title: "Boats In-Service Support 26 - Lot 8 - UK Operations Boats"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-04a684"
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buyer: "BOATS TEAM, MINISTRY OF DEFENCE"
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# Boats In-Service Support 26 - Lot 8 - UK Operations Boats

Buyer: BOATS TEAM, MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-04a684

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence's Boats Team is seeking to procure the "Boats In-Service Support 26 – Lot 8 - UK Operations Boats" contract, focusing on reconditioning services within the Defence sector. This initiative encompasses support and maintenance for various classes of Front-Line Boats within the UK. The procurement stage is currently active under the tender phase, with the submission deadline set for 11 November 2024. A virtual Pre-Qualification Questionnaire (PQQ) conference is scheduled for 15 October 2024, from 10:00 to 16:00 via MS Teams, to provide potential providers with comprehensive details regarding the project. The contract value ranges between £21,750,000 and £24,250,000 over the period from 1 April 2026 to 31 March 2033, focusing primarily on services. The tendering process will be conducted through a selective procurement method, employing a negotiated procedure.

This contract offers significant opportunities for businesses involved in maritime vessel maintenance and support services. Companies with expertise in scheduled preventative and reactive maintenance, defect rectification, upgrades, and logistics support would find this tender particularly relevant. Additionally, businesses capable of providing post-design services, testing, configuration management, and supply chain management are well-suited to compete. The procurement process, with its emphasis on comprehensive in-service support and potential for high-value tasks, presents substantial growth potential for SMEs and larger firms alike. Engaging in this tender allows businesses to establish or strengthen their presence within the defence sector, particularly in maritime operations and support services.

## Notice

To deliver platform support to maintain the capability of all Front-Line Boats operated in the UK. Further details on all of the BISS 26 requirements can be found at Section VI.3) Additional Information to this Contract Notice. Quantity or scope: To deliver in-service support to all Front-Line Boats operated in the UK. This requirement is anticipated to consist of boats of the following classes: 14m Blyth Catamaran *1 Arctic 28 *2 Combat Support Boat *1 Delta RIB 7m *5 Delta RIB 7.4m *2 Delta RIB 7.9m *3 Inflatables - IRC Mk IV *115 Inflatables - W525 EOD *45 Inflatables - W525 GP *85 Island Class *3 Offshore Raiding Craft (ALL) *6 Offshore Raiding Craft (Commando Raiding Craft) *25 Pacific 24 Mk 3 *8 Pacific 28 *2 Rigid Raider Craft Mk III *3 Total 306 This list is not exhaustive and subject to change as boats go in and out of service. The scope can broadly be expected to include: * Scheduled preventative maintenance, * Reactive maintenance, defect rectification, and repair, * Mid Life Upgrades, * Replacement and/or replenishment of existing boat classes with boats of the same class, or a suitable second-hand alternative, * On-site support, * Supply of spares, * Post Design Services (PDS), * Testing and trials, * Configuration, obsolescence, and documentation management, * Chartering * Support to Safety and Environmental Cases * Storage and Transportation

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032126-2024 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Negotiated |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 7 Oct 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 11 Nov 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2033 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £24,250,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | BOATS TEAM, MINISTRY OF DEFENCE |
| Locality | BRISTOL |
| Post town | Bristol |
| Postcode | BS34 8JH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England |
| ITL 3 | TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire |
| Local authority | South Gloucestershire |
| Electoral ward | Stoke Park & Cheswick |
| Westminster constituency | Filton and Bradley Stoke |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 50 - Repair and maintenance services

### Codes

- 50244000 - Reconditioning services of ships or boats

## Release History

- 7 Oct 2024 at 15:20 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032126-2024

## Provenance

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